Restorative Aide

If you are on the hunt for an engaging and rewarding CNA position, look no further! At Newaygo Medical Care Facility (NMCF), this is our resident's home. All staff in their capacities' do everything they can to make sure residents are well taken care of, above and beyond. The home is lively with fun activities, caring people, visitors....and we even have four resident cats!

Employees earn an average of 10 hours of Paid Time Off each pay period!

Come on "home", to Newaygo Medical Care Facility as your employer!

Here is what some new staff have to say about NMCF:

"Everyone was/is so kind and made me feel like part of the family!

"Everyone was so friendly and welcoming!"

"I loved the facility and overall work environment"

"Relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, great co-workers"

"Love it. Love the atmosphere"

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Receives specific restorative nursing assignments from Restorative Nurse, or designee, or a discharging therapist. Performs duties as assigned.

Performs restorative nursing services in accordance with care plans and facility policies and procedures. These services may include activities related to range of motion, splint/brace assistance, bed mobility, transfers/walking, dressing/grooming, eating/swallowing, amputation/ prosthesis care, and communication.

Performs tasks to individual residents or as part of small group classes.

Coordinates dining room services at assigned mealtimes, including set-up and clean-up, meal tray delivery, feeding assistance, and documentation of meal intake.

Delivers nutritional supplements to residents at assigned times and provides assistance as necessary to ensure intake. Documents intake accordingly.

Assists with weighing residents according to facility policy, and records weight in designated locations. Reports weight changes to nurse and supervisor.

Assists with tracking the condition of splints/braces of residents who require them. Reports lost or broken splints/braces to nurse and supervisor.

Assists nursing staff in carrying out toileting program activities.

Completes flow sheets daily to indicate that the specified restorative nursing task was done. Documents the progress of each resident as directed by supervisor.

Keeps nurse and supervisor informed of factors that interfere with being able to perform the work as assigned (i.e. resident refusal, reassigned to nursing unit).

Reports changes in a residents condition to the residents nurse and supervisor.

Other Assigned Tasks

• Attends care-plan meetings of assigned residents as able.
• Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee.
• Accepts certified nursing assistant assignments as staffing needs require. Performs certified nursing assistant duties as assigned, in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Uses proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents.

Additional Tasks

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facilitys emergency plan.
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Required Qualifications

Minimum requirements include the following:

• Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Must have no disciplinary action in effect against certification.

At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care.

Completed training in restorative nursing services, or complete the training within 90 days of hire or promotion to the position.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
• Must be able to relay information concerning a residents condition.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
• Ability to work independently, and to organize, plan, and manage time effectively to complete assignments.
• Knowledgeable of restorative nursing practices, and ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to meet resident needs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong listening skills and ability to deal with conflict with professionalism and courtesy.
• Basic computer skills, including ability to navigate electronic medical record systems.
• Positive interpersonal relationship skills, including with persons of all ages and cultures.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform resident care.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. Option for insurances such as short-term, long-term, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and more. ZERO $ premium option available for employee only. Coverage starts the 1st day of the month following date of hire.

• MERS Retirement with a 5-year vesting schedule. Employer contribution up to 4%.

• Earned Time Off (avg 255 hours in the first year) with bi-annual opportunities for buy-out. Employees start earning ETO on their first day!

• 10% off premiums for Pet Insurance through MetLife

Newaygo Medical Care Facility values our Care Partners and offers the following benefits, in addition to the standard medical, PTO, and retirement package:

• Care Partner of the Month: Recognition award, pin, parking spot for the month and a $300 bonus

• Ham or Turkey for Thanksgiving

• Fun Fridays - theme picked by Life Enrichment

• Backpacks for Care Partner's kids

• Care Partner Christmas Party

• Christmas gifts for care partner's kids

• Care Partner Relaxation Room

• Outdoor picnic area